We live in a world that’s rife with wealth disparities. Some are more subtle, while others are starkly apparent. Protests, debates, and a frothing sea of socio-political ire propagate discussions of the imbalance of wealth around the world. What about those wealth disparities in your community? What do they say to you, if anything at all? What… Read more

Nowadays, it’s nearly impossible to go a full workday without screen time. For many millennials and other young adults, it’s an essential part of the daily work world. A recent survey found that full-time workers and Gen Yers spend an average of eight hours per day looking at a screen. This can result in strained,… Read more

For some regions in the U.S., swimming pools are summertime treats. For others in warmer climates, outdoor pools can be enjoyed all year. And, in homes and establishments lucky enough to have an indoor pool, swimming can be an activity enjoyed at any time, in any weather. Evidently, Americans love pools. However enjoyable, swimming pools… Read more

When you are remodeling your home’s kitchen or planning a kitchen for new home construction, you have the freedom to choose environmentally friendly options for every aspect of the room. In a kitchen remodel, cabinets typically account for 40% to 50% of the total costs. By ensuring that the cabinets are eco-friendly, you’ll be making… Read more

The number of high-school age kids who have jobs is dwindling. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the last 18 years the percent of teens in the workforce has dropped from 50% to 35%. This is not to say that today’s younger generation is less busy than previous generations of teens. According… Read more

Some days, it can feel as though we are inundated with unwanted messages. Between robocalls from unknown numbers and floods of flashy emails, spam invades our every inbox. At best, spam is a nuisance to be handled with the swift use of your delete button. At worst, spam becomes a successful attempt to steal your… Read more

Everyone knows just how bad plastic bottles can be for the environment, and yet we keep using them anyway. In fact, today the world makes and consumes about 600 billion pounds of plastic yearly, and the market is still growing roughly 5% every year. Clearly, people want to use their plastic bottles, but there are… Read more

Pain is something a lot of people have to deal with on a regular basis — like the 35 million people in the U.S. alone who suffer from TMJ disorder. And when it comes to managing and treating pain, there aren’t really that many safe and effective options. Yes, there are options like surgery and… Read more